Defy Appliances DTL139, DTL140, DTL141, DTL142 user manual Sorting, Loading Preparation

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6 Initial use

Before first use of the machine, ensure

SORTING

 

that all preparations are made in

Mix large and small items in each load.

accordance with the instructions in

Separate heavily soiled items from lightly

sections “Important safety instructions”

soiled ones.

 

and “Installation”.

Separate dark colours from light colours.

Separate

colourfast

items from non

To prepare the machine for washing laundry

colourfast ones.

 

for

the first time,

perform a drum cleaning

 

Separate robust fabrics from delicate.

(maintenance wash) procedure as outlined in

Separate whites from coloured fabrics.

the care and maintenance section on page

 

 

 

17 of this manual.

 

LOADING

 

 

 

 

 

PREPARATION

 

Lift the washer lid.

 

 

Arrange

the articles to

be washed loosely

 

Close all zippers, snaps and hooks to

round the perimeter of the tub.

 

prevent them from snagging other articles.

 

Load evenly as an off balance load may

 

Remove pins,

and other hard items to

cause unnecessary vibrations.

 

prevent them from scratching the

Use a large load programme when washing

 

machine.

 

permanent press garments. These items

Empty all pockets, remove all items in

need more space to move than heavy items

 

pockets such as coins, pens and paper

such as jeans and towels.

 

clips, and turn pockets inside out and

Do not overload the machine as this will

 

brush pockets. Such objects may damage

result in poor cleaning, increased creasing

 

the machine and cause noise.

and excessive lint formation.

 

 

 

 

Put small size clothes such as infant's

socks and nylon

stockings

in a laundry

Correct load capacity

The maximum load capacity depends on the

bag or pillow case.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

type of laundry, the degree of soiling and the

Place curtains

in

the

wash

tub

without

washing program desired.

compressing

them.

Remove

curtain

 

attachment items.

Turn down cuffs and turn synthetic knits

 

inside out.

 

 

 

 

 

Warning: If loading of the laundry

 

 

 

 

 

 

has been incorrectly done, noise

Tie strings

and

sashes

so they

will

not

and vibration problems may occur

 

tangle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in the machine.

Treat spots and stains before washing.

 

Tough

stains must be

treated

properly

Some water may have remained

 

before

washing. If unsure, check with a

 

in the machine due to the quality

 

dry cleaner.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

control processes in the

 

Use

only

dyes/colour

changers

and

production of the machine. It is not

 

limescale removers suitable for machine

 

harmful for the machine.

 

wash. Always follow package instructions.

 

 

 

Warning: Use only detergents

Wash

trousers

and

delicate

laundry

manufactured specifically for top

 

turned inside out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

loader washing machines.

Keep laundry items made of Angora wool

 

 

in the freezer for a few hours before

When using detergent, softener,

 

washing. This will reduce pilling.

 

 

starch, fabric dye, bleach or

Laundry that has been soiled with flour,

limescale remover, read the

 

lime dust, milk powder, etc. must be

manufacturer's instructions on the

 

shaken off before placing into the

package carefully and follow the

 

machine. Dusts and powders on the

dosage values. Use a measuring

 

laundry may build up on the inner parts of

cup if available.

 

the machine in time and can cause

 

 

 

 

damage.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents TOP Loader Page Explanation of Symbols General safety Transportation of the machine Childrens safetyIntended use UnpackingKnow your washing machine Accessories Installing the bottom cover Appropriate installation locationConnecting the water supply Fitting the water supply hose to the washing machine Fitting the drain hoseControl panel Sorting Loading PreparationHeavy Duty How to use Function and Program Preparation SOAK→WASH→RINSE→SPIN→PRESETRemember Function PresetVarious Functions BlanketChild Lock Multiple Water PowerTWO Step Delete END of BuzzerUsing gel and tablet detergent Using Detergents, Softener & BleachAdjusting detergent amount Using softenerProblem Where to Check Indicator Maintenance wash Technical specificationsThings to be done for energy saving Disposing of the washing machineBloemfontein Warranty